Sunday, October 18, 2026
Spend an afternoon with barnyard animals, hands-on crafts, games, and more.
Pet the animals at the petting zoo, get a face painting, and listen to live music. Create Dia de los Muertos crafts, including sugar skull kits from Kalaveritas Y Mas.
The program mixes history, animals, and interactive moments, with two sessions to choose from: 12pm – 2pm or 2:15pm – 4:15pm.
Event highlights:
- Petting zoo
- Face painting
- Music and games
- Dia de los Muertos crafts
- Sugar skull kits
Tickets are $10 per person, and kids (ages 2 and under) are free. A general admission ticket is required for entry, and the Rancho is only open to those with a reservation. Parking in the Rancho’s lot is $10 and requires a reserved ticket.
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Before You Go: Visit Rancho Los Alamitos‘s website for updates and details. This event is organized by Rancho Los Alamitos Foundation. Kidsguide is an independent community resource helping families discover fun events across Southern California.
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